Trending on Billboard Last spring, Concord announced its acquisition of Stem, an independent artist services company led by Milana Rabkin Lewis. The deal, however, didn’t come as a total surprise. Over the past few years, distribution and artist services companies have consistently been on the market, and larger players have been eager to buy into […]
From blockbuster sequels to reunion tours, nostalgia has become one of entertainment’s most reliable business models. ShowBiz Originals examines why Hollywood continues betting on familiar brands and why audiences continue rewarding them.
From movies and television to merchandise and theme parks, entertainment franchises have become some of the most valuable brands in the world.
Fan communities have transformed from dedicated audiences into influential forces that shape entertainment, drive engagement, and help determine the success of movies, television shows, music, gaming, and pop culture franchises.
Fan conventions have grown from small gatherings into major entertainment events that generate revenue through tourism, celebrity appearances, merchandise, gaming, and exclusive fan experiences.
Theme parks have evolved into multi-billion-dollar entertainment businesses, generating revenue through immersive experiences, tourism, hotels, merchandise, and some of the world’s most valuable entertainment franchises.
Celebrity endorsements drive billions in advertising revenue each year. Learn how brands use celebrity influence, social media reach, and strategic partnerships to boost awareness, increase sales, and build consumer trust in today’s entertainment-driven marketplace.
For years, Hollywood struggled to turn popular video games into successful movies and television series. Many early adaptations failed to satisfy both critics and fans, leading to a reputation that video game projects rarely worked on screen. Today, that perception has changed dramatically. Recent adaptations have become major box office successes, streaming hits, and cultural […]
Gaming has grown from arcade machines into a global entertainment powerhouse that now generates more revenue than Hollywood and continues to reshape popular culture.
Today’s biggest stars are more than entertainers. They’re entrepreneurs building wealth through brands, investments, and business ownership.
Hollywood’s reboot obsession isn’t just about nostalgia. It’s a business strategy built on brand recognition, intellectual property, and audience demand.
From box office success to merchandise and streaming, blockbuster movies have become the foundation of Hollywood’s modern business model.
Discover how the world’s biggest entertainment companies create global brands that connect with audiences across movies, television, music, streaming, gaming, and live events.
Concert tickets cost more than ever. Here’s a look at the economic forces, industry trends, and fan demand driving today’s live entertainment prices.
Music streaming revolutionized the music industry by changing how songs are discovered, distributed, promoted, and monetized across the globe.
From movies and television to streaming and merchandise, entertainment franchises generate billions of dollars and remain the foundation of today’s biggest entertainment companies.
Discover how movie studios generate billions through box office sales, streaming, licensing, merchandise, and franchise expansion beyond the theater.
Major concert tours generate hundreds of millions of dollars, but ticket sales are only part of the story. Here’s how artists, promoters and venues profit from today’s blockbuster tours.
Sports have become the most valuable content in entertainment. From NFL games and Formula 1 to NBA and UFC events, streaming services are spending billions to secure live sports rights in an effort to attract subscribers and keep viewers engaged.